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Graphic Design BA(Hons)

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Intro

This is an innovative course with a reputation for producing ambitious and bold designers who communicate, inform, entertain and challenge the status quo.

Exploration, experimentation and finding your creative voice is paramount. You'll be working in studio spaces as part of a dynamic art school, with opportunities for collaboration which will foster an understanding of visual communication intellectually and practically.

You will learn with a course team who are professionals in typography, letterpress printing, book design, exhibition design, photography, art direction, animation, digital sound and music.

Opportunities to exhibit your work run throughout your course including at group shows and at the annual Graduate Show. You’ll also have the opportunity to work on live industry projects and establish professional connections.

Key facts

Location Brighton: City campus

UCAS code W210

Full-time 3 years

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Art and design courses at Brighton are ranked joint 8th in the UK and in the top 100 globally by the QS World University Rankings® 2022

Studying Graphic Design in Brighton was a huge change for me. I was able to think and develop independently in my work and personal life, through meeting new people and experiencing the liberal culture. I loved the fun and experimental side of the course as it developed my creative thinking and allowed me to look at projects in a new way.

Hollie McElroy,  Graphic Design BA(Hons) graduate 2020

Course content

Year 1

Year 1 introduces you to the basic concepts of visual communication in graphic design. Through a series of studio-based projects and workshops in computing, letterpress, photography and book arts, you will begin to develop your own visual language.

Modules

  • Introduction to Graphic Design

    This module provides an introduction to the key concepts and practices of graphic design.

    You will be introduced to the history, cultural contexts, approaches, practices and techniques that inform graphic design. You will explore creativity and design approaches through experimentation, and you will be asked to critically reflect on your practice through guided and independent study.

  • Investigation and Application of Graphic Design

    Graphic Design is a diverse and changing practice that uses many approaches to engage with audiences. This module introduces you to working methods, professional practices and techniques.

    You will explore a range of technical skills and investigate new approaches, combine existing techniques and explore traditional methods to develop innovative outputs

  • Media, Messages and Meaning in Graphic Design

    In this module you will examine, define and apply concepts, practices and debates that inform graphic design

    Experimenting with media, contexts, techniques and processes will enable you to explore – and apply into practice – the theoretical concepts, and contemporary and historical approaches that have been used to communicate messages and meaning.

    You will also critically reflect on the ongoing debate and reformulation of graphic design as a subject area.

  • Developing a Graphic Design Language

    In this module you will explore graphic design and your relationship to it through an independent project.

    You'll consider different areas and approaches to graphic design professional practice and the development of an independent design language. As you begin to identify and position your practice you will be able to experiment with concepts, define approaches, and reflect on contemporary debates and ethical considerations with an analysis of contemporary practice.

Making sure that what you learn with us is relevant, up to date and what employers are looking for is our priority, so courses are reviewed and enhanced on an ongoing basis. When you have applied to us, you’ll be told about any new developments through Student View.

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Year 2

Year 2 introduces the key concepts of sequential communication with a focus on self-initiated, collaborative, experimental and independent ways of working. You will also begin to explore the creative industries via a personal and professional development programme. In years 2 and 3 you will attend a weekly professional practice lecture by guest speakers working within the industry. During your second year you can also take one module from a different course or discipline within the university to broaden your creative horizons and inform your work.

Modules 

  • Graphic Design: Audiences and Contexts
  • Contemporary Graphic Design Practice
  • Developing Independent Practice in Graphic Design
  • Option module*

*Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.

Year 1 biosphere

Final year

In year 3 you build upon the creative and analytical abilities you have developed. Teaching encourages greater personal development as you move towards a more self-directed programme of study. You will work on set, with self-initiated projects and live industry projects, while establishing professional practice links.

Modules

  • Articulation of Graphic Design 1 and 2
  • Independent Practice in Graphic Design.

Final year mobile printing

This mobile printing machine was designed by Chloe Legret in her third year – it is designed to both embody and fuel design. Local arts organisations have access to the machine.

Facilities

  • Spacious studios
  • Central media centre with computing facilities specific to the needs of designers and illustrators
  • Technical staff are on hand to assist you in the workshops. 
  • Dedicated technical workshops in letterpress printing and book arts 
  • Central media centre with computing facilities specific to the needs of designers and illustrators 
  • Book arts workshop (dedicated technician).
  • Techhub featuring laser cutting, plasma cutting, CNC 3-axis milling, CNC routing, 3D body scanning, portable 3D scanning and rapid prototyping. 
  • Department print bureau
  • We have one of the country's best-stocked art and design libraries  
  • Internationally important Design Archives with a wealth of graphic design and illustration material.
Graphic design work

Meet the team

Staff who teach on the course include:

  • Eloise Parrack – course leader
  • Gavin Ambrose
  • Andrew Walsh-Lister
  • Chris Bigg
  • Siobhan Keaney
  • Martin Andersen
  • Simon Emery
  • Allyson Waller
  • Katie Evans
  • Gavin Fry.

Student view 

Ciaran Birch, 2019 graduate

"Studying at Brighton has been full of change for me. My work ethic has changed dramatically and I feel so much more motivated in the work that I complete. The tutors have always been there to offer guidance or expertise. Sometimes criticism was harsh but this was just what I needed; it has definitely enabled me to evaluate my work more efficiently and question my methods."

Jane Englefield, 2019 graduate

"I feel lucky that Brighton encourages continuous personal exploration in order to understand your individual identity as a practitioner, as this can be a complex and often overwhelming area to attempt to unravel. As I leave university, certainly, I consider mine to be a work in progress, and am excited to see how me and all of my course mates evolve."

Tiago Matthius, 2019 graduate

"I’ve had a great time in Brighton, the course really allowed me to try new things and really push me as a designer; through the years I realised that what I enjoyed doing was video and the tutors where really supportive and always very helpful. The nature of the course allows you to try new things which was great for someone like me that enjoys to do many things in the world of design."

Final year work by Ciaran Birch

Final year work by Ciaran Birch

How this course is delivered

How will my course be taught?
For the academic year that starts in September 2022 we’re planning for all students to be taught face-to-face on campus, enhanced by some online learning.

Students who started their course with us in 2021 are on campus for some face-to-face learning including tutorials, workshops, laboratory classes and studio sessions. They are also taking part in off-campus learning activities such as placements, field trips and study visits. And all of our campus facilities – libraries, learning spaces, restaurants, gyms and more are open.

Like all universities we are following government guidance and we are monitoring the pandemic very closely. Should Public Health advise it we have robust plans in place for additional safety measures to be introduced to enable everyone to continue learning on campus, and, as a last resort, for students to continue their learning remotely.

We will update you regularly on our teaching plans for the next academic year as you progress your application with us.

When does my course start?
The 2022 academic year begins on Monday 26 September 2022. Teaching for most courses starts the following week.

Many education courses, some health science courses including Medicine, and some postgraduate business courses have an earlier start date. Check your offer letter for the start date of your course.

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Careers

Prepare for your career 

Your Graphic Design course will provide you with skills and technical expertise plus opportunities to put what you learn into practice with work-related experience.  

  • In your second year of study we work on Industry briefs. In recent years students have worked on the John Lewis Christmas clothing range, a live brief for local Studio, Studio Makgill and for the paper company Antalis.
  • Students have the opportunity to run printing workshops and mini-residencies at Ditchling Museum bringing them into contact with the public to pass on the skills they have learned during their studies.
  • Projects such as Studio245, involving students and staff who work with professional clients on live projects, provides participating students with invaluable real-world experience.
  • By the end of your studies you will have experience of working independently and in collaboration with other disciplines.
  • During your second year you can take one module from any course or discipline within the university to broaden your creative horizons and inform your work.

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As part of our Future Selves employability week of events, Graphic Design graduate Charlie Sheppard spoke to our students about his career – and we chatted with him afterwards about his time at Brighton, his advice for graduates and what he’s been doing since

Showcasing your talent 

There are many opportunities to exhibit work publicly throughout the course. You can see some of the recent exhibitions on the Graphic Design and Illustration blog.

At the end of the degree you can exhibit a body of work in the university’s graduate show, a large-scale exhibition that is the culmination of the final year and a major event attended by the public. 

In previous years students have also self funded a major show in London at the end of their studies.

Graduate Show 2019 neon sign

Graduate destinations 

Our graduates work across a range of disciplines within the contemporary creative industries including in the publishing industry, book design, design consultancy, a branding specialists and advertising agencies.

Our students are working internationally in Switzerland, Germany, France, Hong Kong, South Korea and China.

Employers of our graduates include:

  • It's Nice That
  • Macmillan
  • Becks
  • Interbrand
  • Channel 4.

Notable alumni 

  • Will Hudson and Alex Bec founders of It’s Nice That
  • David Wilson, music video director
  • Charlotte Bassett, Designer at Studio Makgill
  • Charlotte Heal, Creative Director at Kinfolk Magazine
  • Aneel Kalsi, Art Director at Wallpaper*
  • Chani Wisdom, Designer at Tate Galleries
  • Charlie Sheppard, Art Director at Anyways
  • Rifke Sadleir , designer/developer, Our Place Studio

Ones to watch

Megan Chandler, 2019 graduate winner of the Creative Conscience Award for her Off The Streets concept campaign aiming to reduce the stigma of homelessness whilst ensuring the money given to homeless people is spent in a non self-destructive way.

Lucia Vinti, 2019 graduate was commissioned to illustrate the families guide for the 2019 Van Gogh and Britain exhibition at Tate Britain.

Alumni view: Rifke Sadleir designer/developer, Our Place Studios , graduated 2016

"The fact that the course is so open to pursuing your own interests and choosing what you want to learn means that collectively we have a really diverse skill-set. We're all really supportive of each others successes, and quite often end up working together which feels like a natural progression from uni. I think the most important thing I took away from the course is friends and collaborators

"It seems a lot of us have ended up in similar circles in terms of work since graduation. Studying at Brighton has had a direct effect on my work now. Doing a design degree rather than learning coding through a route such as computer science means that my work is heavily design-led and I try to make sure that I undertake design and illustration work alongside web-based work."

Designs by Megan Chandler

Award-winning concept campaign by 2019 graduate Megan Chandler

Further study 

There are further opportunities for postgraduate study at the university, for example the new MA Graphic Design course page to come from 2020.

  • MA Sustainable Design
  • MA Sequential Design/Illustration

Professional advice and support 

Outside of your course, our Careers Service is here to support you as you discover (and re-discover) your strengths and what matters to you. We are here for you throughout your university journey as you work towards a fulfilling and rewarding career.

Connect with our careers team

  • Find part-time work that you can combine with your studies.
  • Find, or be, a mentor or get involved with our peer-to-peer support scheme.
  • Develop your business ideas through our entrepreneurial support network.
  • Get professional advice and support with career planning, CV writing and interview top tips.
  • Meet potential employers at our careers fairs.
  • Find rewarding volunteering opportunities to help you discover more about what makes you tick, and build your CV.

Whatever your career needs, we are here to help. And that's not just while you are a student, our support carries on after you've graduated.

Find out more...

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Employment demand for arts graduates

The British Academy has compiled a report (May 2020) quantifying the demand for arts, humanities and social science (AHSS) skills in the workplace. It helps to answer the legitimate question of what the economic return is on undertaking a degree, both in time and money. 

According to the report:

  • As arts, humanities and social science (AHSS) graduates progress through the first ten years of their career they are able make strong progress up the career ladder into roles attracting higher salaries
  • Arts, humanities and social science (AHSS) graduates are employed in some of the fastest growing sectors including financial services, education, social work, the media and creative industries
  • Of the ten fastest growing sectors, eight employ more graduates from AHSS than other disciplines

This makes AHSS graduates at the heart of some of the most exciting, productive, largest and fastest-growing sectors of the UK economy.

Future skills demand

According to the report:

  • With the challenges the world is facing – climate change, global pandemics, the growth of populism – the UK needs the insights of the arts, humanities and social sciences (AHSS) as much as those from science, technology and engineering (STEM)
  • Evidence within the report shows that Arts, humanities and social science (AHSS) graduates are central to these challenges and changes – they will be vital in giving us the tools to examine and explain human behaviour, understand how society functions, learn from the past and apply those lessons to the present, and analyse the drivers and implications of a changing world and how different countries, places and cultures interact.

Entry criteria

Flexible admissions

When you apply to Brighton we want to hear about who you are. Grades are never the whole picture; we're interested in things like creativity, resourcefulness, persistence and the capacity to think big and find new ways of doing things. And we recognise that not everyone has the same background. That's why we treat everyone who applies as an individual. We recognise many qualifications and we care about all of your achievements and the experiences you've had that set you apart.

Find out more

Students on a field trip

Entry requirements

A-levels or BTEC
Entry requirements are in the range of A-level BBB–BCC (120–104 UCAS Tariff points), or BTEC Extended Diploma DDM–MMM. Our conditional offers typically fall within this range. We are looking for highly motivated and creative students. We will consider you on an individual basis. Your portfolio is the most important and mandatory part of your application. If your predicted or actual grades fall below the range below but you can evidence your thinking, ideas and abilities through a high-quality portfolio we will still consider your application.

Art foundation diploma
Pass. A foundation diploma is not a requirement for entry – it is just one of a range of qualifications that is accepted for admission to this course. 

International Baccalaureate
30 points, with three subjects at Higher level.

Access to HE diploma
Pass with 60 credits overall. Art and design courses preferred. At least 45 credits at level 3, and 30 credits must be at merit or above.

Foundation degree/HND/degree
May enable you to start the course in year 2 or later depending on the qualification you hold and the level of your creative and practical experience.

Studied before or got relevant experience?
A qualification, HE credits or relevant experience may count towards your course at Brighton, and could mean that you do not have to take some elements of the course or can start in year 2 or 3. 

English language requirements
IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Find out more about the other English qualifications that we accept.

International requirements and visas

International requirements by country
Country name
Albania
Algeria
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Belarus
Belgium
Bermuda
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Botswana
Brazil
Bulgaria
Burma (Myanmar)
Cameroon
Canada
Chile
China
Colombia
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Ecuador
Egypt
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Ghana
Greece
Guyana
Hong Kong
Hungary
Iceland
India
Indonesia
Iran
Iraq
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Jordan
Kazakhstan
Kenya
Kosovo
Kuwait
Latvia
Lebanon
Liechtenstein
Libya
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macedonia
Malaysia
Malawi
Malta
Mexico
Moldova
Montenegro
Morocco
Namibia
Nepal
Netherlands
New Zealand
Nigeria
Norway
Oman
Pakistan
Palestinian National Authority
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Qatar
Romania
Russian Federation
Saudi Arabia
Serbia
Sierra Leone
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
South Korea
Spain
Sri Lanka
Syria
Sweden
Switzerland
Taiwan
Tanzania
Thailand
Tunisia
Turkey
Uganda
Ukraine
United Arab Emirates
United States
Uzbekistan
Venezuela
Vietnam
Yemen
Zambia
Zimbabwe

We can help you meet our English language or academic entry requirements.

Visit our language centre

For English language preparation courses.

Visit our International College

For degree preparation courses.

Visas and immigration advice

Applying for a student visa

Check out our step-by-step guidance.

Portfolio advice 

Online portfolio

We ask to see an online portfolio of 15–20 images. We are looking for evidence of ideas in any format (sketchbooks, layout books etc), backed up by a broad range of skills showing how you generate and develop ideas, and that you are passionate and inquisitive about the subject.

  • Typography in all its forms, for example, expressive, applied, kinetic.
  • Photography – inventive, creative and applied.
  • Type and image – be imaginative, bold and creative.
  • Think invention, imagination, expression, exploration.
  • Do not include life drawing, unless it is part of a project.

We are not looking for highly finished work. The portfolio, ideally in chronological order, should show a broad range of work both successful and unsuccessful.

Find out more about how to create and submit your portfolio.

Fees

Course fees

UK (full-time) 9,250 GBP

International (full-time) 14,892 GBP

What's included

You may have to pay additional costs during your studies, although we have tried to keep this to a minimum. The cost of optional activities is not included in your tuition fee and you will need to meet this cost in addition to your fees. A summary of the costs that you may be expected to pay, and what is included in your fees, while studying a course in the School of Art and Media in the 2021–22 academic year are listed here.

Typically, practice-based courses incur more costs than text-based subjects.

  • For most courses you will need to budget for the cost of specialist materials, equipment, stationary and printing and are likely to spend between £50–£300 per year.
  • Course books and a wide range of magazines and journals are available in the university libraries. You do not need to have your own copies, but if you wish to, you should budget up to £200 over your course to buy them.
  • For some courses you may also need to budget up to £100 for specialist personal protective clothing which, with care, will last for the whole of your course and beyond.
  • Specialist equipment is provided to cover essential learning, and you will have access to computers and necessary software across the university, but students may choose to buy their own specialist equipment. These may include cameras, or computers and software. Budgets can range from £50–£2,000. Buying specialist equipment is best undertaken in consultation with our academic and technical staff. The amount spent will depend on your individual choices but this expenditure is not essential to pass any of our courses.
  • For some courses you will need to budget up to £200 for printing and publishing. Photography courses may incur higher costs (£500–£2,000) when printing and framing images of professional standard for public presentation.
  • Costs in your final year of study are very likely to be higher than in earlier years as you bring together your final body of work and portfolio, and you may need to budget between £200 and £1,000.
  • Final-year graduation shows are opportunities to present your final, independent project work to the public. Practice-based courses will typically incur higher costs. Depending on the specific nature of your final project you will need to budget between £20–£2,500. 
  • For most courses you will have the opportunity to attend field trips and off-site visits, for example to galleries, exhibitions and studios both in the UK and overseas. These are optional and are not required to pass your course. The nature of the costs vary from provisions for a packed-lunch to flight and accommodation costs for international field trips. The amount spent would be based on location and number of trips taken, and typically range between £30 and £700 across the duration of your course.
  • For courses which feature an optional placement year, you will need to budget for living costs (rent, food, travel etc) in that city/country, as if you were on site at the university.

You can chat with our enquiries team if you have a question or need more information. Or check our finance pages for advice about funding and scholarships as well as more information about fees and advice on international and island fee-paying status.

Info

The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2022–23.

Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study and are subject to an annual increase of no more than 5% or RPI (whichever is the greater). The annual increase for UK students, who are subject to regulated fees, will increase no more than the statutory maximum fee.

You can find out more about our fees in the university's student contract and tuition fee policy (pdf).

The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full-time or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take.

Location

Campus where this course is taught

City campus

City campus is located at the heart of central Brighton.

The facilities for making and designing, the theatre, galleries, workshops, studios, archives and the independent arts organisations based on site provide a unique and inspiring environment where creativity thrives.

St Peter’s House library and Phoenix halls of residence are close to the exhibition and learning facilities in the Grand Parade main building where you will also find the student centre with careers, counselling, student advice service and disability and dyslexia support. Edward Street provides extensive teaching and gallery space for media, photography and film.

Also on site are Photoworks, Screen Archive South East and University of Brighton Design Archives. Leading visual arts agency Photoworks runs the Brighton Photo Biennial and a national programme which frequently features the work of our graduates, staff and students. 

Brighton Pavilion, Brighton Museum and Art Gallery, the iconic pier and beach are a very short walk away. The independent shops and businesses of the North Laine and Kemptown, and Brighton main line station, with frequent express services to London, are 10 minutes walk.


Grand Parade exhibition space

Accommodation

Brighton: City campus

We guarantee an offer of a place in halls of residence to all eligible students who apply by 30 June.

Halls of residence
We have halls of residence across Brighton in the city centre, Moulsecoomb, Varley Park and Falmer. All rooms are self-catered.

  • You'll be prioritised for accommodation in the halls that are linked to your teaching base, subject to availability.
  • City campus is linked to Phoenix halls, Mithras halls and Moulsecoomb Place.
    • Phoenix halls are a short walk from City campus in the centre of Brighton.
    • Mithras hall and Moulsecoomb Place are located on the Moulsecoomb campus, around two miles from City campus. Public transport in the city is excellent.

Want to live independently? We can help – find out more about private renting.

Phoenix Brewery Halls Accommodation

Accommodation for City campus is in the nearby Phoenix Halls

Student kitchen in Phoenix Halls

Student kitchen in Phoenix Halls

Relaxing in nearby Pavilion Gardens

Relaxing in nearby Pavilion Gardens

Local area

About Brighton

The University of Brighton is at the heart of our city’s reputation as a welcoming, forward-thinking place which leads the way when it comes to the arts, music, sustainability and creative technology. Brighton is home to a thriving creative community and a digital sector worth £1bn a year. Many of the work-based learning opportunities offered on our courses such as placements, live briefs and guest lectures are provided by businesses and organisations based in the city.

We provide support and venues for key events in the city’s arts calendar including the Brighton Festival, the Festival Fringe, the Great Escape, the Brighton Digital Festival, Brighton Photo Biennial and the CineCity Brighton Film Festival. Other annual highlights include Pride, the Brighton Marathon, and Burning the Clocks which marks the winter solstice. Our own Brighton Graduate Show transforms our campus into the largest exhibition space in the South East as we celebrate the outstanding talent and creativity of our students.

As a student you’ll get lots of opportunities to experience these events at first hand and to develop your skills through the volunteering and other opportunities they offer.

You'll find living in Brighton enriches your learning experience and by the end of your course you will still be finding new things to explore and inspire you.

It's only 50 minutes by train from Brighton to central London and less than 40 minutes to Eastbourne. There are also daily direct trains to Bristol, Bedford, Cambridge, Gatwick Airport, Portsmouth and Southampton.

Map showing distance to London from Brighton
Brighton Beach sunset

Maps

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Sport at Brighton

Sport Brighton

Sport Brighton brings together our sport and recreation services. As a Brighton student you'll have use of sport and fitness facilities across all our campuses and there are opportunities to play for fun, fitness or take part in serious competition. 

Find out more about Sport Brighton.

Sports scholarships

Our sports scholarship scheme is designed to help students develop their full sporting potential to train and compete at the highest level. We offer scholarships for elite athletes, elite disabled athletes and talented sports performers.

Find out more about sport scholarships.

Cricket Academy

New for September 2023, our Cricket Academy offers aspiring players the opportunity to continue their cricket development alongside studying for a degree. The programme offers a world-class training environment with the highest quality coaching.

Find out more about the Cricket Academy.

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Statistics

Find out more about how the academic year and degree courses are organised, and about learning and assessment activities you might get to grips with at Brighton. More specific information about this course is detailed in the programme specification (linked below). You can find out also about the support we offer to help you adjust to university life.

Course and module descriptions on this page were accurate when first published and are the basis of the course. Detailed information on any changes we make to modules and learning and assessment activities will be sent to all students by email before enrolment, so that you have all the information before you come to Brighton.

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Programme specification

The programme specification is the approved description of each course. They give a detailed breakdown of the content and structure of the course, and are updated following course changes.

Programme specification

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